Packaging Engineer - Devices

Job Title: Packaging Engineer - Devices
Location: Somerset, New Jersey
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $130,000.00 - $145,000.00
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: 40.0

We are seeking a hands-on Packaging Engineer to support the development and commercialization of innovative device-based consumer products. This role partners closely with Product Development to refine prototypes, troubleshoot performance issues, and bring new products to market.

• Lead end-to-end packaging development: design, prototyping, testing, and validation
• Collaborate with product development to troubleshoot device/packaging issues (e.g., heat-related components, material performance)
• Develop and improve packaging systems for heated/diffusion-based devices (e.g., fragrance, liquid/oil delivery systems)
• Conduct packaging tests (ASTM/ISTA), analyze results, and implement improvements
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure scalability and quality
• Support supplier selection, specifications, and production readiness

Must-Have Experience:

• 5+ years in packaging or mechanical engineering (consumer or industrial products)
• Experience with device-based systems involving heat + liquid/oil diffusion (required)
• Strong background in structural packaging design and prototyping
• CAD proficiency (SolidWorks preferred) + experience with rapid prototyping/3D printing
• Knowledge of packaging validation standards (ASTM, ISTA, ISO)
• Experience troubleshooting materials, plastics, and heat-related performance issues

Nice to Have:

• Experience in fragrance, air care, home scent, or similar categories
• Familiarity with regulated environments (FDA, hazardous materials, lithium batteries, etc.)

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.